Magic Tricks

This DVD set offers a nice all around look into a range of different magical illusions and tricks. The pros: The presentation is given along with the method as individual videos. You can watch straight through or select individual tricks to go back to later. Larry does a great job explaining each trick, illusion, gag, etc. and everything is very easy to follow. Cons: The cd is clearly a simple rip off of an old vhs tape. This is rather disappointing considering that it could have been remastered just a bit more to offer higher quality. It's not that it is horrible to watch with lines, waves, etc. appearing very often...but it is very clear it was a quick dub from vhs. Also, many of the illusions are well known or common tricks that can be found in most magic books...although you know exactly what they are thankfully as they are outlined on each cd.

If you are looking to see presentation techniques, a range of different types of illusions, and also some good side information that can be applied towards other tricks and illusions (these can come in handy when watching some techniques and principles applied...which can also be used in other ways or other items). These are much better than the "staged" audience type dvds and "ooo-ahh" type dvds which seem all to common today. Many newer dvds put more time and production into laughs, gasps, etc. than actual number of tricks, presentation and method...this is one set you will not have to worry about that. Even having a large knowledge and enjoyment of various tricks...I still pulled a few new ideas and tricks from these dvds. Enjoy!